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        • Modest Mouse
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          Modest Mouse announce first new album in five years, ‘An Eraser And A Maze’

          April 21, 2026

          Modest Mouse have today announced details of their first new album in five years, and after over two decades on Epic Records, their first album on Glacial Pace Recordings, the longtime imprint of lead singer […]

          Beck
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          BECK Announces Tour Following Surprise New Single ‘Ride Lonesome’

          April 21, 2026

          Yesterday, eight-time GRAMMY winner Beck unveiled the stunning new surprise single, “Ride Lonesome.” Today, Beck follows that hypnotically sublime ballad with the announcement of the Ride Lonesome Tour, a 25-date trek stopping at some of […]

          future islands
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          Future Islands share ‘The Ink Well’ and ‘One Day’

          April 21, 2026

          Over the past twenty years, Future Islands have travelled a rare arc — from promising newcomers to something closer to a best-kept secret, from cult favourites to a band that has quietly endured. Rather than […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols - Pin Ups
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: The Dandy Warhols – Pin Ups

          March 25, 2026

          There’s long been a subtle rebellious streak at the core of The Dandy Warhols. Since emerging from Portland in 1994, they’ve approached genres as something fluid rather than fixed, and Pin Ups – their 2026 […]

        • Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

          October 30, 2023

          K-Pop has reached an international audience. This year, BLACKPINK made history as the first K-pop band to headline a major UK festival at Hyde Park. The media’s coverage of BTS member’s enlistment into compulsory military […]

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes

          August 29, 2023

          How does one become qualified to write a fictional music novel? The author of Sophomore Songs offers some clues. Growing up reading NME, doing a stint at Clash, drumming for several bands on and off, and […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 26 years ago, U2 released their much anticipated ninth studio album POP; for fans and critics alike, it quickly became their most polarizing release. There is a prevailing feeling that POP […]

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran 2
          Album Reviews

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran

          June 17, 2021

          This week sees the 40th anniversary of Duran Duran’s self-titled debut album. XS Noize looks back on this momentous release from a band that would become the ‘Fab Five’ of the ‘80s. It was December […]

        • Live Reviews

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
          Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018

          December 22, 2018

          2018 has been an incredible year for albums. The year saw the strongest new acts in decades release their debuts, as well as a number of alternative legends returning to top form. The world of dance […]

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
          Round Up

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

          October 29, 2018

          Welcome to the October 2018 edition of our monthly new music playlist, which is available to listen to and watch via YouTube. If you enjoy any of the songs featured here, we encourage you to support […]

        • In Focus

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

  • Gigs
        • December 10
          Gigs

          December 10 announce Ulster Hall, Belfast show for July 20th 2026

          April 2, 2026

          Britain’s brand-new boyband December 10 today announce December 10: The Next Step– kicking off in Edinburgh on Friday 10 July and wrapping in Dublin on Tuesday 21 July. “We loved our Introducing! run of shows […]

          White Denim
          Gigs

          White Denim set for Belfast return with Limelight 2 headline show on August 27th 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Formed in 2006, for approaching 20 years White Denim has been celebrated for their fearless blend of garage rock, soul, jazz fusion, psychedelia, and experimental improvisation. Based for much of that time in Austin, though […]

          Tom Jones
          Gigs

          Tom Jones to Play Dublin & Belfast Headline Shows This August 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Legendary Welsh singer and performer Tom Jones has announced a return to Ireland with a headline show within the idyllic grounds of Palmerstown House Estate, just 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre on Sunday 09th […]

  • Interviews
        • Col Gerrard
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Col Gerrard on his self-titled debut, touring with Boyzlife and what comes next

          April 20, 2026

          London-born singer-songwriter Col Gerrard has loved music from an early age, and that passion shines throughout his self-titled debut album. Drawing on a range of influences, the record takes listeners on an emotional journey, with […]

          Ganser
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Alicia Gaines on the Architecture of Ganser and Discomfort by Design

          April 12, 2026

          Chicago’s underground has always thrived in the margins, and few bands embody that restless, art-driven spirit quite like Ganser. Formed in the city’s DIY circuit, the group have carved out a reputation for wiry, confrontational […]

          Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

  • Podcast
        • Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

          The Boxer Rebellion
          Podcast

          The Boxer Rebellion on ‘The Second I’m Asleep’ and the reset that brought them back | XS Noize Podcast #279

          April 7, 2026

          The Boxer Rebellion return with The Second I’m Asleep — their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt join Mark Millar to talk […]

          The Dandy Warhols
          Podcast

          Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Pin Ups, Dig! and taking back The Dandy Warhols narrative | XS Noize Podcast #278

          April 1, 2026

          In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman, songwriter and creative force behind The Dandy Warhols — to talk about the band’s latest release Pin Ups, […]

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Bear's Den release the incredibly moving short-film 'Spiders & Shadows' - Watch Now 2
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Bear’s Den release the incredibly moving short-film ‘Spiders & Shadows’ – Watch Now

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

With their highly-anticipated new album ‘Blue Hours’ set for release on May 13th via Communion Records, folk-rock duo Bear’s Den – made up of Andrew Davie and Kevin Jones – now unveil the poignant and […]

GEORGE COSBY shares brand new track ‘Man On A Road’
New Music

GEORGE COSBY shares brand new track ‘Man On A Road’

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

George Cosby’s recent releases, the EP ‘We Stand Alone’ and his previous single ‘Lonely Heartbeats’, have seen the audio auteur’s suave, stylish pop enamour growing tastemaker support. Greeted by wide-ranging airplay (a Radio 2 playlist plus spins at BBC Introducing and Radio 5), his […]

VIDEO PREMIERE: Archive share new single ‘We Are The Same’ & announce ‘Call To Arms & Angels Tour’ 1
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VIDEO PREMIERE: Archive share new single ‘We Are The Same’ & announce ‘Call To Arms & Angels Tour’

March 15, 2022 XS Noize

South London collective Archive today announced their most extensive tour to date. The Call To Arms & Angels Tour takes place in October and November 2022 and sees the band play some of the most […]

TIËSTO announces a return to Belsonic on Friday 17th June 2022 with guest Joel Corry 1
Gigs

TIËSTO announces a return to Belsonic on Friday 17th June 2022 with guest Joel Corry

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

Following his SOLD OUT concert at Ormeau Park in 2019, Grammy® Award-winning Artist and Global icon, Tiësto is pleased to announce a return to Belsonic on Friday 17th June 2022 with guest Joel Corry. Tiësto […]

KULA SHAKER announce their much anticipated new album 'Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs' - out 10th June 2022 1
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KULA SHAKER announce their much anticipated new album ‘Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs’ – out 10th June 2022

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

On 10 June 2022 Kula shaker are to release their much anticipated new album, 1st Congregational Church Of Eternal Love and Free Hugs on Strangefolk Records. The album will be preceded on 3 May by […]

OCTOBER DRIFT announce new album 'I Don't Belong Anywhere' 1
Gigs

OCTOBER DRIFT announce new album ‘I Don’t Belong Anywhere’

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

October Drift have announced their second album I Don’t Belong Anywhere, out September 23rd via Physical Education Recordings. I Don’t Belong Anywhere will feature the brand new single ‘Insects’, a dark grungy rock song about […]

INTERVIEW: Grant Nicholas from Feeder talks about their brand-new album Torpedo
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INTERVIEW: Grant Nicholas from Feeder talks about their brand-new album Torpedo

March 14, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #72 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Grant Nicholas from Britrock veterans Feeder about their new album Torpedo. Torpedo is the follow-up to 2019’s Tallulah, which peaked at #4 […]

IN FOCUS// Kris Barras Band at Rock City, Nottingham 4
IN FOCUS

IN FOCUS// Kris Barras Band at Rock City, Nottingham

March 13, 2022 Alina Salihbekova

Kris Barras Band released their new album “Death Valley Paradise” on the 4th of March 2022. Their tour will continue through the UK during March, and people around the country will have a chance to […]

INTERVIEW: Parlor Social Chat “She Believes”, Their Social Media Challenge & Their Next Single
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Parlor Social Chat “She Believes”, Their Social Media Challenge & Their Next Single

March 13, 2022 Rebecca Haslam

Music is, for many, a source of strength, comfort and healing. It’s also deeply inspirational and motivating to millions around the world and, after the difficulties we’ve all faced over the last few years, that […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Feeder - Torpedo
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Feeder – Torpedo

March 13, 2022 Alex Hoggard

In the lead up to 2020 Feeder were on something of a roll – 2017 saw the release of the bumper compilation The Best of Feeder, which reached number 10 on the UK Albums Chart, and […]

Students at College and University Can Benefit from Two Music Streaming Applications
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Students at College and University Can Benefit from Two Music Streaming Applications

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Music can help individuals coping with the stress during the college and university life. There are free music streaming applications Spotify and Pandora that you can use to get your daily dose of music. Music […]

THE CORAL launch their visually and audibly remastered 2002 hit single 'Dreaming Of You' ahead of 20th Anniversary Tour
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: The Coral at London, O2 Forum Kentish Town

March 11, 2022 Michael Barron

The Coral’s self-titled debut LP contains the top 20 hit single “Dreaming of You”, which was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize turns twenty in August. Ahead of this significant milestone, the Skelly brothers and […]

THE SCRIPT announce new career-spanning greatest hits album ‘Tales From The Script’ - Out October 1st 1
Gigs

THE SCRIPT share the new acoustic version of their international hit and fan favourite ‘Superheroes’

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

The Script today share the new acoustic version of their international hit and fan favourite ‘Superheroes’. The song features on ‘The Acoustic Sessions 3’ collection, which will be released on March 17th. Today also sees […]

London-based singer VIJI shares the music video for 'Feel It' from her new EP Cali
New Music

London-based singer VIJI shares the music video for ‘Feel It’ from her new EP Cali

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Today London-based singer Viji – aka Vanilla Jenner – releases her new EP. The 6- track EP titled Cali is her third release on the Dirty Hit record label. To celebrate the release Viji shares […]

THE KOOKS release new video for ‘Jesse James’ - Taken from their EP ‘Connection - Echo In The Dark Part 1’
New Music

THE KOOKS release new video for ‘Jesse James’ – Taken from their EP ‘Connection – Echo In The Dark Part 1’

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Following their sold-out tour across the UK throughout January and February for their 15th-anniversary tour celebrating ‘Inside In/Inside Out’, today, British indie trailblazers The Kooks release their new video for ‘Jesse James’. Starring the British […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Born Lost – Mouthpiece
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TRACK PREMIERE: Born Lost – Mouthpiece

March 11, 2022 Randall Radic

Philly-based hard rock outfit Born Lost introduces their new single, “Mouthpiece,” a track from their upcoming EP, All In, slated for release later this year via Revolver Records. Made up of Lou Cuello (guitar, vocals), […]

Tolü Makay, Mick Flannery & Susan O’Neill, Joshua Burnside and more to perform at Custom House Square on 16 March at St Patrick's Eve Concert 1
Gigs

Tolü Makay, Mick Flannery & Susan O’Neill, Joshua Burnside and more to perform at Custom House Square on 16 March at St Patrick’s Eve Concert

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Tolü Makay, Mick Flannery & Susan O’Neill, Joshua Burnside and more to perform at Custom House Square on 16 March. The sounds of a modern island will echo around Custom House Square as The Duncairn […]

EP Premiere: Alligatorz – Bang Bang
Album Stream

EP Premiere: Alligatorz – Bang Bang

March 11, 2022 Randall Radic

Rising duo Alligatorz unveils their debut EP, BANG BANG, a five-track collection of samba, afrobeat, baile funk, and cutting-edge reggaeton. Guest appearances on the EP include Mc Cidinho General, Mc Baby Perigosa, Mr J.Medeiros, and […]

INTERVIEW: Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison of Ocean Colour Scene discuss their Spring acoustic tour 1
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INTERVIEW: Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison of Ocean Colour Scene discuss their Spring acoustic tour

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

In episode #71 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar catches up with Ocean Colour Scene singer Simon Fowler and drummer Oscar Harrison about their extensive acoustic tour for Spring 2022. Following Ocean Colour Scene’s […]

TRACK PREMIERE: Blue Amber - University Jesus
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TRACK PREMIERE: Blue Amber – University Jesus

March 11, 2022 XS Noize

Cardiff based band Blue Amber have returned with the release of their single, ‘University Jesus’ – an experimental indie alt-pop track that takes you on an adventure through multiple movements, with a variety of moods, […]

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